Compare Disc Golf Discs

Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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DiscraftSwarmMidrange5/3/0/4
Legacy DiscsRecluseMidrange5/3/0/4

Swarm vs Recluse

These 2 midranges share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Diameter21.7 vs 21.3 cm (+0.4)PlasticsSwarm 14 vs Recluse 9PriceRecluse is cheaper ($0.50 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscraftSwarmMidrange
Legacy DiscsRecluseMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Swarm
5
Recluse
5
GlideStays aloft
Swarm
3
Recluse
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Swarm
0
Recluse
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Swarm
4
Recluse
4
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Swarm
Legacy Discs
Recluse
Flight rating
5/3/0/4
5/3/0/4
Stability
Very overstable (+4)
Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score
36/100
36/100
Est. carry
274 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.7 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
1.3 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
177 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beaded
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$17.49
The Verdict

Swarm or Recluse?

The Swarm and Recluse fly almost identically (5/3/0/4). Choose the Swarm for far more plastic and weight options (14 blends) and easier availability; choose the Recluse to spend less.

Swarm: Very overstableRecluse: Very overstable
Where to buy
Swarm
$17.99
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Best price
Recluse
$17.49
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FAQ

Is the Swarm or Recluse more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +4) - turn 0/0, fade 4/4.

Should a beginner pick the Swarm or Recluse?

Both rate the same for beginners (36/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Swarm and Recluse?

The Swarm and Recluse fly almost identically (5/3/0/4). Choose the Swarm for far more plastic and weight options (14 blends) and easier availability; choose the Recluse to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Swarm or Recluse?

The Recluse is cheaper, starting around $17.49 vs $17.99.

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Discraft Swarm vs Legacy Discs Recluse: Flight Numbers Compared